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Bill Resumes Central Role in Hillary's Campaign

Despite his critics, he seems to helping her regain momentum

By Matt Cantor, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 26, 2008 2:12 PM CDT

(Newser) – Despite controversial remarks on more than one occasion, Bill Clinton has moved to the forefront of his wife’s campaign, the Wall Street Journal reports. In what some insiders call the “Billification” of Hillary Clinton’s presidential bid, the ex-President is pushing for sharper... Read full story »

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